rat hopper construction

So, i went to home depot and lowes today. I told them i needed a c clamp for attaching chicken wire together. They were completely lost and had no idea what i was talking about. I need some metal clamps to make a feeding troff for rats. Anyone know what these clamps are called? Neither store carries stainless steel zip ties, either.

Here's a pretty good DIY..

http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showthread.php?t=70402

It's called a j-ring or c-ring or quick clip (3 different kinds). You can buy them and the pliers online at Martinscages.com

http://www.martinscages.com/products/supplies/parts.htm

I believe I bought mine at Tractor supply. I think we called them j-clips there. Talk to a manager if the workers have no clue...

I use them ALL the time! :D