The invention relates to a connecting pole for an accumulator, comprising a pole sleeve (1) which can be inserted in a sealed manner into a plastic housing element (8) of an accumulator housing and which is electrically contacted to a cell connector (2). Said pole also comprises connecting elements for electrically connecting the pole sleeve (1) to an electrical conductor (3). Said electrical connection is secured by means of a mechanical safety device. To this end, the pole sleeve (1) is provided with a first contacting element (5; 9) which is firmly connected thereto. In order to mechanically secure the electrical connection between the pole sleeve (1) and the electrical conductor (3), a safety element (6; 10) can be positively and/or non-positively mounted on said contacting element.
