Thanks John that made it very easy.I think these may be the clamps Brian and Janos are referring to:
Red Test Clip - EZ Hook - 40mm | Jaycar Electronics
Suitable for ICs, transistors, PC pins, etc.Push syringe action. - REDwww.jaycar.com.au
Yes, they are those. I've got a number of them, and use them mostly at rigging.Thanks John that made it very easy.