The invention relates to a frame (1) for an electrochemical energy storage device (2), wherein the frame (1) is intended to enclose the electrochemical energy storage device (2) at least in some areas and comprises a frame element (3) which includes a first frame element area (5) having a first yield point. Said frame is characterized in that it comprises a second frame element area (6) having a second yield point and in that the quotient of the yield points of the second frame element area (6) and the first frame element area (5) lies below a predetermined value.